Celebrate and enjoy sport this summer with an art for wellbeing challenge to try in your own time, in your own home. Every other day for three weeks you’ll be sent a different art idea on a sports theme by email, with an example image to guide you. You’ll be able to see what other participants create in a private Facebook group for the challenge, and share your own artwork too if you like! The ideas will cover a variety of sports and will be flexible whether you already do art or are new to being creative. With the Olympics, Euros football, Wimbledon, the Tour de France and more besides, this promises to be a bumper summer of sport – so it’s a good time to get sketching!
To sign up – free of charge to social prescribing – just email Isobel at medleymusicartnature@outlook.com
Dive into the mesmerizing world of geometry and its profound connection to art, science, and self-improvement with our upcoming online workshop series, “Threads: Uniting Art, Science, and Self in the Tapestry of Existence” led by the renowned Maria Linares Freire. 🎨🔬💖
Starting 17 April – 8 May 2024, every Wednesday from 6.45pm to 8.15pm UK time, join us for an enlightening journey. Explore the fusion of art, science, and self-growth through the lens of geometry. Cultivate self-love, deepen your appreciation for the environment, and unravel the intricate essence of entanglement in our interconnected existence.
Don’t miss the chance to secure your spot at an exclusive Early Bird rate before it ends on 10th April 2024 @ 12 noon! Let’s embark on this transformative adventure together, where creativity meets discovery, and every thread weaves into the beautiful tapestry of life. 🌍✨
Register now: https://www.interculturalroots.org/product/threads-uniting-art-science-and-self-in-the-tapestry-of-existence
– check this out –
NASA selected Maria Linares Freire’s painting for a Moon projection in 2015, and in 2023, her art went to space with Holo Art on the ISS!
📅 Dates: 4 X Wednesdays, April 17 – May 8, 2024
⏰ Time: 6.45pm – 8.15pm UK Time
🧧 Fees: Early Bird Ticket £50 – ends 10 April (Concessionary £45)
🔗 More Info & Registration – https://tinyurl.com/art-science-self
🎬 https://vimeo.com/920043827
How will the Challenge run? Each day you’ll receive (by email) an art idea and an example image – none of the ideas should take more than 30 minutes to complete.
What kind of ideas? The ideas will be flexible and cover a variety of themes and different ways art can help wellbeing & mental health – from creative grounding tools to drawing or painting a scene to absorb you.
Will I be able to share with others? Yes, there’ll be a private Facebook group where you can share artwork and see how others interpret the ideas too.
Why an idea every day? Daily art practice can be particularly positive, becoming part of your routine and a great way to have a little time out each day. And if you miss a day – just get back to it when you can!
When does the Challenge start? The Well Art Challenge will start on Saturday 6 April and run until Saturday 27th April. To sign up for free email medleymusicartnature@outlook.com
A safe and supported space for you to work on your own projects or use the art materials available.
Up to ten people per session. Sessions are Thursday and Friday 10am till 11.45am, 11.45 to 1.30pm and 2pm to 4pm.
We ask for £5 for the session if you are able to pay or pay what you can. Please speak to Jo to find out about other options available. Donations welcome.
A safe and supported space for you to work on your own projects or use the art materials available.
Up to five people per session. Sessions are Tuesdays 10am till 11.45am, 11.45am to 1.30pm and 2pm to 4pm
and Wednesdays 1pm to 4pm.
We ask for £5 for the session if you are able to pay or pay what you can. Please speak to Jo to find out about other options available. Donations welcome.
Our dementia friendly Creative Conversation sessions invite you to take notice, be curious and discuss! Guided by one of our dementia friendly guides, we invite you to take a closer look at paintings from our collection or exhibition and share your opinions, stories and impressions.
These sessions take place on the 1st Thursday of the month and include free entry to the gallery after the activity.
Visit our website to book a space
https://www.dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk/whats-on/lectures-talks/2023/may/dementia-friendly-creative-conversations/
Connection – Art – Creativity
10 – 12:30
See also ‘Weobley Welcome Hub’, part of Talk Community.
Who is it for?
Our courses are run in small group settings by professional artists and musicians, who have lots of experience working with people from all artistic backgrounds. Our courses are for adults 19+. All materials are provided. We prioritise people with health conditions, disabilities and/or unpaid caring responsibilities.
During the course we will explore the ways the humble pencil can be used to produce amazing artwork. Develop skills and techniques to break down pictures into manageable bite sized elements. Experiment with watercolour pencils. Explore the composition of images and discover how to use shading to depth and form.
Where and when?
Fridays 10.30am – 1.30pm at Chatteris Conservative Club, PE16 6NG
Cost
Dependent on income. FREE for those on a low income or means-tested benefits. Please see website for further details: www.creativefenland.org.uk/about-courses
How do I join?
Apply on our website: www.creativefenland.org.uk/courses, email magda@creativefenland.org.uk or phone 07707 972721.
Who is it for?
Our courses are run in small group settings by professional artists and musicians, who have lots of experience working with people from all artistic backgrounds. Our courses are for adults 19+. All materials are provided. We prioritise people with health conditions, disabilities and/or unpaid caring responsibilities.
Relief printing is the process of cutting marks into a material. This course is designed to enable you to experience the joys of making marks using a variety of relief printmaking techniques: jigsaw, keyblock and multiblock using lino. No previous knowledge is required. You will create your own images using these techniques with support and guidance at every step of the journey.
Where and when?
Wednesdays 1-4pm at St John’s Church Hall, March, PE15 8NH
Cost
Dependent on income. FREE for those on a low income or means-tested benefits. Please see website for further details: www.creativefenland.org.uk/about-courses
How do I join?
Apply on our website: www.creativefenland.org.uk/courses, email magda@creativefenland.org.uk or phone 07707 972721.
One Step at a Time is The Line’s ongoing programme of Wellbeing Walks.
Aiming to improve fitness and wellbeing, particularly following a period of isolation during the Covid-19 pandemic, these free guided walks explore the wildlife, art and heritage along The Line in Newham.
Come and join a friendly group of walkers in your local area led by Sheyamali Sudesh, The Line’s Engagement Coordinator, in collaboration with Youth Guides. Each walk is completed at a gentle pace with regular pauses to sit, reflect and make conversation. We will make our way along the route for approximately 20-30 minutes before stopping for refreshments and returning to the start point.
We meet 12pm on Thursdays at The Print House, Stratford High Street, E15.
Please get in touch by emailing wellbeing@the-line.org or call 020 3488 9250 to find out more.
